Guides
ADHD explainers and guides
These plain-English guides explain common questions around adult ADHD in the UK: how ADHD relates to anxiety and to autism, and how to prepare for an assessment. Each is drawn from named sources such as the NHS, NICE and the Royal College of Psychiatrists. This is information, not medical advice, and only a qualified clinician can diagnose ADHD.
Information only, not medical advice and not a diagnosis. None of these guides is a self-test.
Our explainers
Where to go next
To act on these, see how to get an ADHD assessment and our comparison pages. The UK ADHD statistics page has cited figures, and what actually helps covers support after a diagnosis.
Frequently asked questions
What do these guides cover?
They explain common questions around adult ADHD in plain English: how ADHD relates to anxiety and to autism, and how to prepare for an assessment. Each is information drawn from NHS, NICE and Royal College of Psychiatrists sources. None of it is medical advice or a diagnosis.
Can these guides diagnose me?
No. Nothing here is a self-test or a diagnosis. They are background to help you understand ADHD and have a more informed conversation with a clinician. Only a qualified clinician can diagnose ADHD.
Are the guides UK-focused?
Yes. They are written for adults in the UK and reflect UK routes and guidance. Where they mention services or waits, those vary by area, so check the current position locally.
Editor, ADHD Helper
Oliver leads ADHD Helper's editorial coverage of adult ADHD. He researches and writes the plain-English explainers on getting an ADHD assessment through NHS Right to Choose or privately, and on the products and tools people use to manage ADHD, drawing on guidance from the NHS, NICE and the Royal College of Psychiatrists. He is clear that the site is information, not medical advice, and that diagnosis is for a registered clinician.
Last reviewed: 8 June 2026